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Iriomote Hotel by Hoshino Resorts
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Rakuten Travel rating: 4.54 out of 5 (146 reviews). As an ecotourism resort on Iriomote Island, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, families praise the thoughtful care for guests with babies, including non-smoking, shoes-off rooms, crib and bed-guard rental, and kids' bibs, high chairs, and baby food. The outdoor pool equipped with kids' life jackets, Tudumari Beach just 30 seconds from the hotel, and nature tours such as mangrove kayaking that welcome children are popular with families seeking hands-on nature experiences.
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Kids Facilities
Rental Equipment for Kids and Family-Friendly Rooms
Rental Equipment for Kids and Family-Friendly Rooms
All rooms are non-smoking and shoes-off, so it's reassuring even with small children. Cribs and bed guards are available for rental (limited quantity), and kids' slippers and nightwear are also provided. Relax as a family in Oceanfront Triple rooms overlooking Tudumari Beach or Deluxe rooms with a day bed. Co-sleeping is free for children up to age 6.
- •All rooms non-smoking and shoes-off; crib and bed-guard rental available (limited quantity); free co-sleeping up to age 6
Baby Food and a Kid-Friendly Buffet
Baby Food and a Kid-Friendly Buffet
The buffet uses local island ingredients, featuring kid-favorite dishes such as fried chicken, soki-ni, and champuru. Kids' bibs, cutlery, and high chairs are available, along with baby food. The lunch curry can also be made mild on request.
- •Kids' bibs, cutlery, and high chairs provided; baby food available; lunch curry can be made mild on request
Outdoor Pool and Beach Equipped for Kids
Outdoor Pool and Beach Equipped for Kids
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Surrounded by greenery with a tropical feel, the outdoor pool is equipped with kids' life jackets and arm floats, so families can enjoy the water with peace of mind. At Tudumari Beach, just 30 seconds from the hotel, families can watch the sunset together.
- •Outdoor pool equipped with kids' life jackets and arm floats; Tudumari Beach 30 seconds from the hotel
Nature Tours That Welcome Kids
Nature Tours That Welcome Kids
There is a wide range of nature tours that welcome children (minimum ages vary by tour), including mangrove kayaking, jungle trekking, and guided walks on the grounds. Through ecotourism, kids can learn about Iriomote's nature and environment through play.
- •Nature tours welcome children (minimum ages vary by tour - check when booking), and include mangrove kayaking, jungle trekking, and on-site guided walks
Overview
Iriomote Hotel by Hoshino Resorts is an ecotourism resort in the Uehara area of Iriomote Island, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site. All rooms are non-smoking and shoes-off, and the hotel is well set up for families with babies, offering crib and bed-guard rental, kids' bibs and high chairs, and baby food service. There is an outdoor pool equipped with kids' life jackets, Tudumari Beach just 30 seconds from the hotel, and nature tours such as mangrove kayaking that welcome children. Co-sleeping is free for children up to age 6. This is a "tabiiku" (learning-through-travel) stay where kids can discover nature and the environment through play. Rakuten Travel rating: 4.54 out of 5 (146 reviews).
Located in the Uehara area of Iriomote Island - a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site in Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture - Iriomote Hotel by Hoshino Resorts is an ecotourism resort embraced by the island's rich nature.
Facilities and services that welcome babies and young children
All rooms are non-smoking and shoes-off, so it's reassuring even if little ones are crawling around. Cribs and bed guards are available for rental (limited quantity), and kids' slippers and nightwear are also provided. Room types include Oceanfront Triple rooms overlooking Tudumari Beach right in front of the hotel, and spacious Deluxe rooms with a day bed - both suited to families spending relaxed time together. Co-sleeping is free for children up to age 6.
Baby food and a kid-friendly buffet
Meals are served buffet-style using local island ingredients, with dishes kids tend to love such as fried chicken (karaage), soki-ni (simmered pork ribs), and champuru stir-fry. The restaurant provides kids' bibs, cutlery, and high chairs, plus baby food, so families with babies can feel at ease. The lunch curry can also be prepared mild upon request.
Outdoor pool, beach, and nature experiences
Surrounded by greenery with a tropical feel, the outdoor pool is equipped with kids' life jackets and arm floats, so families can enjoy the water with peace of mind. At Tudumari Beach, just 30 seconds from the hotel, families can watch a beautiful sunset together. There is a wide range of nature tours that welcome children, such as mangrove kayaking and jungle trekking, making this a "tabiiku" (learning-through-travel) stay where kids can discover Iriomote's nature and environment through play.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 2-2 Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa 907-1541 |
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| directions_carAccess | About 45 minutes by high-speed boat from Ishigaki Port to Uehara Port, then about a 10-minute drive to the hotel (hotel shuttle available). |
| trainNearest station | Uehara Port |
| local_parkingParking | On-site parking for 30 cars, free of charge, no reservation required. |
| paymentsCards | VISA, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, DC, Mastercard |
| languageOfficial site | https://hoshinoresorts.com/en/hotels/iriomote/open_in_new |
Reference price as of August 28, 2026 (stay date 2026-09-19). Please check the booking site for actual rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are cribs available at Iriomote Hotel by Hoshino Resorts?
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Yes. Cribs and bed guards are available for rental in limited quantities, so it's best to check availability with the hotel. Co-sleeping is also free for children up to age 6.
Is baby food available for infants?
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Yes. The restaurant offers baby food along with kids' bibs, cutlery, and high chairs, and the buffet uses local island ingredients. The lunch curry can also be made mild on request.
Is there a minimum age to use the outdoor pool?
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A minimum age for the outdoor pool is not stated, so please confirm with the hotel. Kids' life jackets and arm floats are provided for young swimmers.
How do you get to the hotel from Ishigaki?
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From Ishigaki Port, take a high-speed boat to Uehara Port (about 45 minutes), then it's about a 10-minute drive to the hotel. A hotel shuttle is available.
Can children join the nature tours, like mangrove kayaking?
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Yes, a wide range of nature tours - including mangrove kayaking, jungle trekking, and on-site guided walks - welcome children, generally from age 3 and up. You can book these easily on the official website.
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